California's Unemployment Rate Dips To 5.5 Percent
California's unemployment rate was 5.5 percent in February, continuing a slight downward trend but remaining higher than the nation's jobless rate as a whole, state figures indicated Friday.
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California's unemployment rate was 5.5 percent in February, continuing a slight downward trend but remaining higher than the nation's jobless rate as a whole, state figures indicated Friday.
Three cases in which homeowners have shot suspected intruders in the past two days have raised the question: under California law, what rights do homeowners have when it comes to defending oneself?
With more fuel efficient vehicles on California's roads, a pilot program set to launch in July is the state's next step toward replacing the gas tax with a road charge.
Cal led by as much as 29 and was never challenged after pulling away midway through the first half.
The high court acted Friday after Brown warned that further delay could push voters' consideration to 2018.
An appellate court panel in Los Angeles heard arguments but made no decision Thursday in a long-running legal battle over state employment laws governing tenure and the firing of teachers.
Less than a day's drive from the bustling City of Angels, intrepid travelers can find cities that have literally been left to waste away. These ghost towns will bring you back to the days of the wild west.
The bill would legalize the games while requiring that operators pay regulatory fees and be licensed by the state.
Futuristic self-driving cars being tested on California roads have needed plenty of old-fashioned human intervention to stay safe.
A reporter tells KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO the arrest could have a big impact on local politics in both Northern and Southern California.
California Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency Wednesday over a massive natural-gas leak that has been spewing fumes into Porter Ranch for months.
Luxury resorts are typically defined by impeccable style, elegant furnishings and unrivaled service. But in California, where exclusive lodging is practically the norm, some have set the gold standard for contemporary luxury and classic sophistication.
Under the new rules in California and Oregon, women could consult with their pharmacist, fill out a brief questionnaire then get birth control on the spot.
From arts, culture and history to Disneyland and some of the area's best restaurants, navigating Orange County's myriad offerings can be a challenge. These authors tackled the area thoroughly, offering books and guides perfect for natives and visitors alike.
California has added nearly 350,000 people, bringing its total population to a smidge under 39.1 million.
Two major Southern California-based charities are under fire by the state attorney general, who says the groups were keeping charity money for lavish salaries.
The final Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military cargo jet made at the company's Long Beach assembly plant took off Sunday, bound for its new owners in Qatar, and ending a long era of Southland aircraft manufacture.
A Yucaipa woman is not letting her battles with cancer and multiple sclerosis stop her from providing warmth for local people in need for the winter.
The national average is $2.12 per gallon. California drivers pay $2.78.
Forty-seven Democrats voted for the bill, despite President Barack Obama's biting criticism of its proposed limits.
As CBS2 investigative reporter David Goldstein and his team discovered many residents are at risk of becoming victims of the very roofers they contract in preparations of El Nino.
A Southern California couple hopes to turn their tragedy into productivity, dedicating themselves to helping keep pet dogs safe from other, more aggressive dogs, or even wild coyotes.
Briana Lamb said she went to three classrooms a day where all she did was stamp letters and cut papers out of work books.
Faculty with the 23-campus California State University system announced Wednesday that they have authorized union leaders to call a strike, depending on the status of contract negotiations.
A new report by the U.S. Census Bureau says 44 percent of California residents over the age of five speak a language other than English at home.
Multiple people were injured during a stabbing and attempted robbery in Cypress Park.
A car crashed into a bookstore in Westchester, causing significant damage before catching on fire.
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
Martin Majin Leon owned Majin's Barbershop for more than 20 years. He is undocumented but does not have a criminal record.
The Atlanta Falcons acquired the No. 26 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft from the Los Angeles Rams and used the pick to select Tennessee defensive end James Pearce Jr. The Falcons, who selected Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, added more pass rush help by adding Pearce to their draft class.
Multiple people were injured during a stabbing and attempted robbery in Cypress Park.
A car crashed into a bookstore in Westchester, causing significant damage before catching on fire.
Light rain is possible Saturday morning across much of Southern California.
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
Martin Majin Leon owned Majin's Barbershop for more than 20 years. He is undocumented but does not have a criminal record.
Multiple people were injured during a stabbing and attempted robbery in Cypress Park.
A car crashed into a bookstore in Westchester, causing significant damage before catching on fire.
Martin Majin Leon owned Majin's Barbershop for more than 20 years. He is undocumented but does not have a criminal record.
A Westminster man has been charged with animal cruelty after security cameras showed him viciously attacking his dog in a Long Beach alley.
Light rain is possible Saturday morning across much of Southern California.
The pelican's tour began with an early morning landing in Terminal A at the Orange County airport.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
Oscar Ortega-Anguino pleaded guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated after he killed two Orange County teens in Seal Beach.
Councilman Chad Williams paid for the signs going against a measure aimed at eliminating a controversial library review board.
It happened at around 8 p.m. on northbound lanes of I-5 near Magnolia Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Neighbors are concerned that the traffic in and out of the megachurch would disrupt the peace in horse country.
A body camera video from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department shows a tense one-on-one shootout at a Victorville gas station that left a sergeant wounded and an armed suspect dead.
Police were dispatched to the 4300 block of Lombardy Court after learning that a homeowner shot a naked intruder who had broken the window of their home to gain entry.
CHP officers say that the woman's car was spotted "over the mountainside" on Monday afternoon.
Nearly 70% of Californians voted to pass Prop 36, which increases the penalties and allows for felony charges against repeat shoplifters. Inland Empire authorities say this is helping them crackdown on the crime.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Avelo Airlines says it's counting on a new federal contract for deportation flights to help the discount carrier grow its regular passenger service.
The Atlanta Falcons acquired the No. 26 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft from the Los Angeles Rams and used the pick to select Tennessee defensive end James Pearce Jr. The Falcons, who selected Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, added more pass rush help by adding Pearce to their draft class.
The Los Angeles Chargers selected North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton with the 22nd pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night.
Zach Neto hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a three-game series sweep.
The fast-food chain isn't alone in struggling to get customers through its doors, requiring an overhaul of its strategy.
Two U.S. retailers warned President Trump his sweeping tariff policy could disrupt supply chains and lead to empty shelves in the coming weeks.
Hundreds of universities and colleges have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's "political interference" in the nation's education system.
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen traveled to El Salvador last week, where he met with Abrego Garcia after he said his attempts were repeatedly turned down by the Salvadoran government.
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
The Atlanta Falcons acquired the No. 26 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft from the Los Angeles Rams and used the pick to select Tennessee defensive end James Pearce Jr. The Falcons, who selected Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, added more pass rush help by adding Pearce to their draft class.
The Los Angeles Chargers selected North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton with the 22nd pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night.
Zach Neto hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a three-game series sweep.
At the 2025 NFL draft, the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers have first-round picks.
Adrian Kempe had two goals and two assists, captain Anze Kopitar added a goal and three assists, and the Los Angeles Kings routed the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 to seize a 2-0 lead in their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jaymes Black, CEO of The Trevor Project, said that suicide among LGBTQ + young people is an urgent public health crisis and defunding of programs would be detrimental.
Storefront glass was shattered as the car crashed into The Book Jewel bookstore in Westchester early Friday morning.
Gov. Gavin Newsom credits high tourism, spending, population growth, and business startups as some of the factors keeping the Golden State on top.
Police investigate early morning stabbings of a trespassing suspect and resident victim.
KCAL News has issued a Next Weather Alert for Los Angeles and Ventura counties on Saturday as conditions are expected to be cold and rainy. Isolated thunderstorms are possible for some areas.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
